PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1484675
PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1484675
Market Overview
The corrugated boxes market size stood at USD 266.7 billion in 2023, and it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.9% during 2024-2030, to reach USD 371.8 billion by 2030. This fast growth can be mostly credited to the fact that the necessity for packaging materials that are lightweight and convenient is more than ever before, and industries across the globe constantly need them.
To begin with, the post-use corrugated cartons were usually thrown away with no further treatment, thus resulting in an increased volume of solid waste in landfills, which again has harmful environmental consequences. But still, the winding process is still happening and this results in manufacturing to develop complex technologies that are helpful in the recycling of corrugated boxes. Suppose the corrugated material is recycled, fiber is produced and is later used in the production of new corrugated boards. The first big benefit of reusing this item is that it decreases expenditure on manufacturing of the fresh product.
The worldwide packaging industry is another motivator that drives the corrugated end market. The demand for manufactured products, ranging from smartphones to television sets, is attributed to the increase in corrugated packaging, specifically, corrugated boxes when it comes to their strength and crush resistance.
Key Insights
In 2023, the C category had the largest industry share, accounting for approximately 40%.
It is widely utilized in corrugated boxes for shipping aims, mainly for packing glass items, dairy products, furniture, and automotive components.
The producers of these boxes usually carry items inside such as engines, metallic body parts, windshields, airbags, and carriage.
C flute boxes score with their stacking capability, peak compression strength, and good package crushing.
They also are favored for the best printing; hence they are suitable for packaging and printing.
In 2023, the single-wall category had a 45% industry share, favored for light in weight objects and comfort of customization.
This material can be used in different sizes and also is tailored for certain types of flutes as C, B, or E to ensure structural strength and damage-proofness of the whole apparatus during transportation.
The escalation in the demand for customized boxes will in turn lead to the single-wall category growth.
Single-face boards, weaker than the tougher ones but offering more ecological and environmental benefits, are still employed for interior packaging separating components and providing extra security.
The double-wall subgroup is expected to have the largest growth, as it can be used in a variety of situations where fans and drums are stacked, and safety is increased.
Slotted boxes, the largest category in 2023, optimize space and provide cushioning for various products during shipping, making them suitable for fragile items.
In 2023, the APAC region accounted for a 55% revenue share, with fast development projected because of augmented demand for ready-to-eat food and government steps supporting sustainable packaging.
China's industrial production and export activities contribute significantly to the demand for corrugated boxes, driven by their convenience and cost-effectiveness.
India, with its low land and labor costs, also plays a major role in the APAC corrugated box market, especially in sectors like textiles, footwear, and electrical goods.